A very basic point that we have studied in school, a process called photosynthesis. Plants convert light to energy and carbon dioxide to Oxygen. Exact opposite in our case, Oxygen is converted to Carbon dioxide as per the breathing process. We all know Oxygen helps in fast recovery from injury, stabilizing mind and body, improving headaches and migraine related issues, Improved heart rate etc.

So nature has its own air purifiers, PLANTS!

Houseplants do more than beautifying the indoor spaces. Modern climate-controlled, air-tight buildings trap “Volatile Organic Compounds” (VOCs) inside. VOCs include compounds such as Formaldehyde (often found in rugs, plastic bags, vinyl, and cigarette smoke), Trichloroethylene and Benzene (solvents, paints, man-made fibers). Where books and papers are flourished, study material has got the higher concentration of Benzene. VOCs are also released from electronics and furniture.

Luckily, as per the research conducted by NASA, plants purify the trapped air rooms by pulling the pollutants into the soil where microorganisms in the root zone convert VOCs into food for the plants. Hence Plants get rid of toxins, up to 87% of VOCs in 24 hours, from the air and also help in maintaining the humidity.

Plants are natural humidifiers.

Placing quite a few plants together will help in increasing the humidity of a room and decreased dust level. The Agriculture University of Norway found that plants indoors decreases the frequency of dry skin, respiratory distresses like sore throats and dry coughs.

Plants lend a hand in improving health.

Houseplants can add to a feeling of happiness, making you calm and optimistic. Plants have also been known to lower blood pressure since they are stress-relieving in nature. Researchers at Kanas State University found that addition of plants to hospital rooms speeds improvement in patients after surgery. Patients in rooms with plants demand less pain medication, have lower heart rates and blood pressure, experience less fatigue and anxiety, and get discharged soon.

Adding plants to office reduces tiredness, colds, headaches, coughs, sore throats and flu-like symptoms. One more research conducted by the Agricultural University of Norway, sickness rates cut down by more than 60 percent in offices with plants.

Building up concentration with Plants.

Lack of Oxygen causes fatigue, moreover breathing musty, stale air contributes to headaches. A study at The Royal College of Agriculture in Circencester, England, found greater attentiveness in students when they are taught in rooms with plants. Also, the attendance was elevated for the lectures in classrooms with plants. Students were energized! Oxygen gives more energy than food!

Basic Care of houseplants

You need to match the right plant to right growing conditions since houseplants have unique needs. Seek help from the gardening professional at your local nursery regarding temperature, light and nutrient requirement of the plant before you buy them.

Light is the mainly important factor that will affect a plant’s health. Plant becomes leggy or turned towards the direction of light, when light is diffused. Plants can figure out the difference between dim light, low light, and partial light, so be sure to place your plants in the right spot. Water your plants as needed.

List of Best House plants

Spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum)

Dragon tree (Dracaena marginata)

Gerbera daisy (Gerbera jamesonii)

English ivy (Hedera helix)

Boston fern (Nephrolepis exaltata ‘Bostoniensis’)

Philodendron (Philodendron)

Snake plant (Sansevieria trifasciata)

Peace lily (Spathiphyllum)

How many Plants to use?

It depends on individual needs. But to get the results, minimum requirement is as follows:

In every 129 sq ft area, an 8-inch or larger diameter container with one large plant would suffice to improve the health and reduce stress and fatigue. Keep the plants in position so that each person can see the greenery especially in offices and classrooms.

For houses, place a plant in every 100 sqft area. If going with larger plants then use 6-8inch diameter container or else two smaller plants, each in 4-5inch diameter container in every 100 sqft area.

During the late 1980’s, NASA began studying houseplants as a means of providing purer and cleaner air for space stations. What they learned is that there are many different houseplants that can help to purify the air.

The plants filter out certain harmful compounds in the air and make it much healthier to breathe. The good news for you is that these plants are easily found and you can add them to your home to provide yourself and your family with air that is much purer and free from harmful agents.

We have collected a list of best houseplants to improve your indoor air quality. Most of these plants are commonly found at your local florist or home improvement store. Just pick up one or several and take care of them to enjoy the beauty and the health benefits that they offer. The plants will filter out harmful chemicals like formaldehyde and benzene and provide you with oxygen at the same time.

Aloe Vera

Many people have Aloe Vera in their homes because of its healing ability. The gel inside the leaves is excellent for helping to heal burns and cuts. Aloe Vera however, is also a great plant to improve your indoor air quality. It is easy to grow (and hard to kill for those of you who do not possess a green thumb) and it helps to keep your home free from benzene which is commonly found in paint and certain chemical cleaners.

Peace Lily

The Peace Lily is a beautiful plant and one that can improve your indoor air quality by as much as 60 percent. It helps to reduce the levels of mold spores that grow in the home by absorbing those spores through its leaves and them circulating them to the plant’s roots where they are used as food. In bathrooms, the Peace Lily can help to keep shower tiles and curtains free from mildew and the plant can absorb harmful vapors from alcohol and acetone.

English Ivy

The English Ivy plant is perfect for those who have pets in the home as it can reduce the amount of airborne fecal matter. It can also absorb formaldehyde which is commonly found in some household cleaning products and furniture or carpeting treatments. Studies show that keeping an English Ivy plant on your desk will help to give you better focus because it can also absorb trace amounts of benzene which is a chemical commonly found in office equipment.

Boston Fern

Ferns are very popular houseplants and the Boston Fern is one that offers beauty and healthy benefits. These plants act as humidifiers and can help to restore moisture in the air so they are perfect for those who suffer from dry skin and other cold weather problems. They can also help to eliminate traces of formaldehyde and they look beautiful hanging from baskets all around the home. Remember to keep your Boston Fern in direct sunlight and mist the leaves with water regularly.

Chinese Evergreen

The Chinese Evergreen is very easy to care for and can help to rid your home of a number of air pollutants. It produces tiny red berries that are lovely to look at and can help to remove toxins from the air that are commonly found in chemical based household cleaners. The longer you have the plant, the more toxins it will remove so plan on keeping your Chinese Evergreen for many years for optimal benefits.

Chrysanthemums

Mums are beautiful flowers that you can commonly find at most nurseries or floral shops. The colors alone make them a wonderful choice for a houseplant but they offer great benefits to your air quality as well. Chrysanthemums can help to filter out benzene, a chemical that is very commonly found in many household detergents as well as paints, plastics and some glue products. They prefer direct sunlight and work well as hanging plants near windows.

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